Respiratory Complications Flashcards
1
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What is ventilation? how is it controlled?
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2
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What is oxygenation?
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3
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How is ventilation/oxygenation measured
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4
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What is the Alveolar Gas Equation?
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PAO2 = FIO2(Patm - PH2O) - (PaCO2/Q)
A-a gradient = PAO2 - PaO2
5
Q
What causes Hypoxemia?
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6
Q
What causes decreased FiO2
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7
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What causes V/Q mismatch and shunt?
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8
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What are causes of Hypoventilation
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9
Q
What are upper airway issues?
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- Inspiratory
- Brachycephalic syndrome
- polyps (ear canals, cats)
- iatrogenic
10
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What are the lower airway issues?
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- Expiratory
- Feline asthma
- Bronchitis
11
Q
What breathing problems do brachycephalic dogs have?
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12
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What is Obstructive Disease in Brachycephalic dogs
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13
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What are other causes of upper airway obstructions?
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14
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What is tracheal collapse? how is it remedied?
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15
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What are restrictive diseases?
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